Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – Chelmsford

Salary: £13.69 – £20.00 per hour
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm (full-time)
Location: Chelmsford — on-site parking available

Are you passionate about creating a warm, inspiring environment for children to learn and grow? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive nursery team in Chelmsford.

About the Role

You’ll play a key part in supporting children’s early learning and development by creating engaging, play-based activities and building positive, nurturing relationships with each child. You’ll work closely with your team to ensure the nursery remains a safe, joyful, and stimulating place for every child each day.

What You’ll Be Doing Day to Day

• Planning and delivering fun, developmentally appropriate activities following the EYFS

• Supporting children’s personal, social, emotional and cognitive development

• Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming and well-organised environment

• Supervising play, mealtimes, naps and daily routines

• Carrying out observations and contributing to children’s learning journeys

• Communicating professionally and warmly with parents and carers

• Working collaboratively with your team to meet each child’s individual needs

• Following safeguarding, health & safety and hygiene procedures

What We Offer

• Excellent pay: £13.69–£20.00 per hour

• On-site parking for easy commuting

• Career progression opportunities

• Additional training and development

• Free lunch provided daily

• A secure, supportive and well-managed environment

About You

• Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

• Passionate about early childhood development

• Positive, reliable and enthusiastic

• Experience in an early years setting preferred but not essential

In Return for the Above, You Can Expect to Receive

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

• CPD Courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel

• Market-leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

• PAYE pay structure ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance with no hidden admin fees

If you are interested in this position, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and we’ll be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 01245 335 533

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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